Chickadee (Black-Capped)

Named for its distinct “Chick-a- Dee-Dee-Dee” trademark call and defined black cap. Their call is to keep in touch with others in their flock. The under part is a light golden colour. Photos taken in Etobicoke & Gravenhurst, ON

Very common to back yard feeders and have been known to eat out of patient hands with sunflower seeds. Enjoys suit blocks mixed with seeds in the winter months

The Black-Capped Chickadee hides seeds and other food items for later recovery. Each item is placed in a different spot and a bird can remember thousands of hiding places.